Honestly I've been thinking about trying it recently, I've been a gluttonous meat/junk food eater for too long and I'm hoping to improve my lifestyle in the new year. Any QOL vegans have any tips for getting started & sticking with it?

I don't think I would have a problem cutting meat out from what I eat, as I rarely eat it. Meat flavoring is in alot of products though, even potato chip brands.Milk and dairy products would be harder to cut out.It was and is hard to watch that video, but it needs to be watched methinks.

~Godspeed little one~

~Don't talk about angels Or how I'll be saved I'm no coward But I'm not that brave Rags are blowing Rain's getting near I'm done with running And it's getting dark in here~ ~Sleep in peace old friend for me you'll never die~

I did a vegan phase back in the 90's when health issues prompted me to change up my diet. I did a bad job of it and relied too heavily on carbs and gained a bit of weight. I made it nearly three years but finally caved as my body simply craved protein. I had not yet properly learned how to combine foods to get complete proteins.I have since restructured things where I now incorporate a bit of organic animal products- I don't eat beef but once or twice a year but do rely on fish and some poultry.

For me the biggest thing I did that helped my body was to start limiting processed foods and moving to more organic veggies and fruits. Very little in the way of prepackaged stuff- IMO the preservatives and additives are what will kill you.

Best thing I would advise is to get into the habit of reading labels.If there is a word you don't recognize, look it up. Avoid all dye, preservatives, and hydrogenized products.Anyway, that is what works for me

Fizzle wrote:Honestly I've been thinking about trying it recently, I've been a gluttonous meat/junk food eater for too long and I'm hoping to improve my lifestyle in the new year. Any QOL vegans have any tips for getting started & sticking with it?

I became a vegan exactly one year ago and after the first couple months it's been a total breeze and I feel sooooooo much better. I did it mainly because of caring what happens to animals (did you watch that video above?) but the gift in return has been much improved health. Sticking with it for me is love for innocent animals rather than health (bit of a over-eater/drinker here lol)

"I don't dislike Freddie and have said he's hands down the best singer I've ever heard." - magicshoes

icy wrote:I don't think I would have a problem cutting meat out from what I eat, as I rarely eat it. Meat flavoring is in alot of products though, even potato chip brands.Milk and dairy products would be harder to cut out.It was and is hard to watch that video, but it needs to be watched methinks.

Yes great attitude. If a person insists on eating meat, poultry, dairy and eggs they should be able to watch that video- I think they owe it to themselves and the animals to know where their animal products come from

"I don't dislike Freddie and have said he's hands down the best singer I've ever heard." - magicshoes

icy wrote:I don't think I would have a problem cutting meat out from what I eat, as I rarely eat it. Meat flavoring is in alot of products though, even potato chip brands.Milk and dairy products would be harder to cut out.It was and is hard to watch that video, but it needs to be watched methinks.

Yes great attitude. If a person insists on eating meat, poultry, dairy and eggs they should be able to watch that video- I think they owe it to themselves and the animals to know where their animal products come from

I watched, and it made me cry, and try to resolve not to eat much meat, which I rarely do, but the flavorings are in so much products that will be harder for me to cut that out, but I will try.I dunno if thanks is the right word, but this sort of things needs to be out there and discussed IMO.

~Godspeed little one~

~Don't talk about angels Or how I'll be saved I'm no coward But I'm not that brave Rags are blowing Rain's getting near I'm done with running And it's getting dark in here~ ~Sleep in peace old friend for me you'll never die~

icy wrote:I don't think I would have a problem cutting meat out from what I eat, as I rarely eat it. Meat flavoring is in alot of products though, even potato chip brands.Milk and dairy products would be harder to cut out.It was and is hard to watch that video, but it needs to be watched methinks.

Yes great attitude. If a person insists on eating meat, poultry, dairy and eggs they should be able to watch that video- I think they owe it to themselves and the animals to know where their animal products come from

I watched, and it made me cry, and try to resolve not to eat much meat, which I rarely do, but the flavorings are in so much products that will be harder for me to cut that out, but I will try.I dunno if thanks is the right word, but this sort of things needs to be out there and discussed IMO.

It's really worth it. For animals. For health. For the environment. It's the best decision I've ever made. If you ever need any advice or have any questions please ask. This is pretty much my "religion" the way I research it

"I don't dislike Freddie and have said he's hands down the best singer I've ever heard." - magicshoes

YAFF wrote:It's really worth it. For animals. For health. For the environment. It's the best decision I've ever made. If you ever need any advice or have any questions please ask. This is pretty much my "religion" the way I research it

I might take you up on that, thanks.

~Godspeed little one~

~Don't talk about angels Or how I'll be saved I'm no coward But I'm not that brave Rags are blowing Rain's getting near I'm done with running And it's getting dark in here~ ~Sleep in peace old friend for me you'll never die~

YAFF wrote:It's really worth it. For animals. For health. For the environment. It's the best decision I've ever made. If you ever need any advice or have any questions please ask. This is pretty much my "religion" the way I research it

I might take you up on that, thanks.

"I don't dislike Freddie and have said he's hands down the best singer I've ever heard." - magicshoes

Fizzle wrote:Honestly I've been thinking about trying it recently, I've been a gluttonous meat/junk food eater for too long and I'm hoping to improve my lifestyle in the new year. Any QOL vegans have any tips for getting started & sticking with it?

I became a vegan exactly one year ago and after the first couple months it's been a total breeze and I feel sooooooo much better. I did it mainly because of caring what happens to animals (did you watch that video above?) but the gift in return has been much improved health. Sticking with it for me is love for innocent animals rather than health (bit of a over-eater/drinker here lol)

Thanks for the links! I'm a softie for animals and its weighed on my mind for years that I'm a bit of a hypocrite with my meat eating. I've had a few failed attempts at going vegan before, but I'm pretty damn determined now. It must be so rewarding!

Fizzle wrote:Honestly I've been thinking about trying it recently, I've been a gluttonous meat/junk food eater for too long and I'm hoping to improve my lifestyle in the new year. Any QOL vegans have any tips for getting started & sticking with it?

I became a vegan exactly one year ago and after the first couple months it's been a total breeze and I feel sooooooo much better. I did it mainly because of caring what happens to animals (did you watch that video above?) but the gift in return has been much improved health. Sticking with it for me is love for innocent animals rather than health (bit of a over-eater/drinker here lol)

Thanks for the links! I'm a softie for animals and its weighed on my mind for years that I'm a bit of a hypocrite with my meat eating. I've had a few failed attempts at going vegan before, but I'm pretty damn determined now. It must be so rewarding!

No meat eaten today.

Rewarding? Completely! I wish I had done it 20 years ago and I am like you. I tried a couple times in the past but failed. The easiest way to stay vegan is to keep the victims in mind. I subscribe to animal advocate websites. especially on Facebook. Keep animals on your mind. To be reminded of the horrors that these innocent beings endure for simple human selfishness. That video I posted...I can't watch it. It's too heartbreaking and I said: "No more!" and haven't looked back. It's easier these days compared to my two failed attempts. There's more vegan options available.

And the kicker is I don't miss animal products at all and eat better tasting foods that I never even knew existed. Even though I didn't do it for health I get the benefit of perfect cholesterol levels because you only get bad cholesterol from your parents genetically or animal products.

I'm looking up recipes and will keep my eyes open for vegan cookbooks. I tried to make beef free gravy earlier tonight, its early days but hoping I will get the hang of it. I love cooking, and I'm already a picky eater, which might help me with this.As for junk food, I plan to cut down on that. I saw crackers today in an oriental shop, that had some sort of meat flavoring. It crossed my mind thanks to this thread, so I didn't buy it.

~Godspeed little one~

~Don't talk about angels Or how I'll be saved I'm no coward But I'm not that brave Rags are blowing Rain's getting near I'm done with running And it's getting dark in here~ ~Sleep in peace old friend for me you'll never die~

icy wrote:I'm looking up recipes and will keep my eyes open for vegan cookbooks. I tried to make beef free gravy earlier tonight, its early days but hoping I will get the hang of it. I love cooking, and I'm already a picky eater, which might help me with this.As for junk food, I plan to cut down on that. I saw crackers today in an oriental shop, that had some sort of meat flavoring. It crossed my mind thanks to this thread, so I didn't buy it.

icy wrote:I'm looking up recipes and will keep my eyes open for vegan cookbooks. I tried to make beef free gravy earlier tonight, its early days but hoping I will get the hang of it. I love cooking, and I'm already a picky eater, which might help me with this.As for junk food, I plan to cut down on that. I saw crackers today in an oriental shop, that had some sort of meat flavoring. It crossed my mind thanks to this thread, so I didn't buy it.

~Don't talk about angels Or how I'll be saved I'm no coward But I'm not that brave Rags are blowing Rain's getting near I'm done with running And it's getting dark in here~ ~Sleep in peace old friend for me you'll never die~